Developing and Implementing Individual Education Programs.

Overview & Synopsis

Oklahoma's policies regarding developing and implementing individualized education programs (IEPs) for handicapped students are set forth. An introductory section lists local education agency responsibility. Policies are detailed in succeeding chapters for the following aspects (sample subtopics in parentheses): screening (public awareness, personnel involvement); referral (observation checklists); evaluation (procedural safeguards, assessment of severely handicapped); eligibility (standards for special education classes); IEP development (team composition, program composition); placement (least restrictive environment); annual review of placement; terminology; and confidentiality. (CL)